Though only twenty minutes from Rotorua’s busy city life, Lake Tarawera feels worlds apart. As the birth place of tourism in New Zealand, Tarawera is a region of New Zealand steeped with its own unique history.
Guests enter the property via large wooden gates. The spacious wood-fired hot ...
Though only twenty minutes from Rotorua’s busy city life, Lake Tarawera feels worlds apart. As the birth place of tourism in New Zealand, Tarawera is a region of New Zealand steeped with its own unique history.
Guests enter the property via large wooden gates. The spacious wood-fired hot tub can be heated up in anticipation of the guests arrival. A relaxing dip in the hot tub is always a highlight, usually as the sun sets behind the hills and the stars began to twinkle in the night’s sky overhead.
From the deck is a tantilising view of the glistening lake and Mount Tarawera, mere moments from the properties doorstep. Guest are welcome to take to the lake in the double-kayak provided and/or use the fishing rod to catch a fat trout.
Guests love the peace and tranquility and can enjoy a meal on the patio and watch the grazing fallow deer on the other side of the fence.
Highlights include exploring the Rotorua Redwood Forest and going for a stroll around Lake Tikitapu or along Tarawera’s lake front with it’s abundance of birdlife and pretty wooden jetties. A swim in the lake in the summer months is the perfect way to cool off, the lake reaches 22 degrees during the warmer months.
As evening turns to night guests can cap off the perfect day by roasting marshmallows over the firepit outside before turning in for the night to re-energise themselves ready for another perfect day at Lake Tarawera.
Essential Stay Info
Cottage
Access to lakes, rivers, streams & beaches
Children Welcome
Direct Beach Access
Dogs Welcome
Family Friendly
Farmstay experience
Horse Grazing Available
Rural Views
Solitude
Unique Accommodation
Whole House
Check in time: 3pm Check out time: 11am
Eating and Drinking
Bench top mini oven, microwave, double hob, large fridge/freezer with filtered water and ice maker, kettle, toaster, plates, cutlery, mugs, glasses and tea and coffee. BBQ on the deck.
Bedding Configuration
2 bedrooms, bedroom 1 with a Queen bed and bedroom 2 with a double bed.
2 bedrooms, bedroom 1 with a Queen bed and bedroom 2 with a double bed.
More info about the property
This stylish converted woolshed accommodates up to 4 people. Welcome to The Woolshed, where idyllic rural bliss meets upscale country glamour! This two-bedroom converted woolshed is a unique find, nes...
This stylish converted woolshed accommodates up to 4 people. Welcome to The Woolshed, where idyllic rural bliss meets upscale country glamour! This two-bedroom converted woolshed is a unique find, nestled on the grounds of private Spencer Lodge surrounded by nature with a view through to the lake and mountain. The Woolshed is decorated with natural tones, warm lighting and stylish copper accents, making it a truly relaxing haven to escape to. The Woolshed effortlessly combines the classic with contemporary. A true highlight of The Woolshed is the stunning outdoor living on the deck and patio, with wood fired cedar hot tub, huge barbecue and bar leaner. This cosy rural retreat boasts lake and mountain views, and there's sheep and fallow deer on the property you can visit and feed! There's a 2 man kayak you can use and boat parking onsite. Bring your dog along for the adventure too with plenty of space to run around.
Unique kiwi experiences for you
Privacy
Comfort and character
Surrounded by nature
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What we love about this property
Guest love the peace and tranquility and the area's unique history. The lake is of course a highlight and some of the largest rainbow trout in New Zealand can be caught here. Tarawera has its own wate...
Guest love the peace and tranquility and the area's unique history. The lake is of course a highlight and some of the largest rainbow trout in New Zealand can be caught here. Tarawera has its own water taxi service taking people across the lake to the start of the magnificent Tarawera Falls walk, and picking up people having trekked the Tarawera trail. The water taxi also offers rides to hot water beach where the lake is heated by the volcano with natural hot pools on offer. Close by at Okareka visitors can go horse trekking.
Activities on or nearby this property
Outdoor Bath | Hot Tub
Rafting | Kayaking | Canoeing
Amenities
Air conditioning
BBQ
Dishwasher
Drinking Water
Fan
Fridge (or cooling facility) available
Hair dryer
Heating (electric, gas or fireplace)
Hot Water Available
Jug/Kettle
Limited mobile service
Linen Provided
Microwave
North Island
Oven
Picnic Table
Power Available
Rubbish bin
Shower
Toaster
Toilet
Towels Provided
TV
Wifi Available
Reviews
Reviews
We enjoyed our stay and the owner was very friendly and responsive
Jane - Apr 2023
Amazing! Beautiful spot and beautiful place.
Lucy, England, United Kingdom.
Cute getaway in a beautiful location. We were able to take our dog and it was the perfect set up. Easy check in and Hosts were very friendly & helpful. Would stay again.
Alyce, Tauranga, New Zealand.
This place is an absolute slice of heaven! Everything you need, such an idyllic spot. Ideal for a small family and so close to the lake. We enjoyed every minute of it.
Siobhan.
We have had a blissful few days at the Woolshed, enjoying quality family time. Despite the rain, we made the most of our stay, enjoying the local sights and activities as well as the fabulous hot tub and exceptionally comfy beds! Let me assure you, the photos do not do this beautiful place justice - even in the rain and wind! Angie and Dave have curated a warm and welcoming airbnb with lots of eclectic and fun things to enjoy. A must visit if you are heading to Lake Tarawera.
Felicity, Menai, Australia
Loved this place! Even in winter it was lovely to stay here. Will definitely be back!
Nicky, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
Honestly the most beautiful place and location we have ever stayed! The woolshed is so amazing inside and out! Cannot wait to come again.
Yannick, Auckland.
We enjoyed our stay and the owner was very friendly and responsive
Jane - Apr 2023
Amazing! Beautiful spot and beautiful place.
Lucy, England, United Kingdom.
About your host, Angie
My husband and I are lucky enough to live at beautiful Lake Tarawera. We own a life style block and manage several holiday homes at the lake. We love sharing this exquisite part of the country with visitors from all over New Zealand and beyond.
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